Safeguarding Youth / Youth Protection
True youth protection can be achieved only through the focused commitment of everyone in Scouting.
- Safeguarding Youth training is required for all Scouting America registered volunteers and is a joining requirement.
- Safeguarding Youth training must be taken every year. If a volunteer’s Safeguarding Youth training is not current at the time of annual registration renewal, the volunteer will not be re-registered.
When: Annually
Cost: Free
Registration: my.scouting.org
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Hazardous Weather Training
Hazardous Weather training is a mandatory online course for all Direct Contact Leaders in Scouting America. It focuses on safety precautions for various weather conditions, including planning, preparation, and recognizing traditional weather signs. This training is essential for leaders to be considered “trained” in their positions and must be renewed every two years.
When: Every 2 years
Cost: Free
Registration: my.scouting.org
Roundtable
One of the best sources for adult leader education and information is your local district’s Cub Scout and Scouts BSA Roundtable. These monthly meetings provide a forum for adult leaders to learn and share information.
For Scouts BSA Leaders:
Roundtable provides a forum for adults involved as leaders in the Scouts BSA program to:
- Discuss topics of interest, both formally and informally
- Learn about upcoming district and council events and programs
- Meet and exchange ideas with other leaders from your district
When: Monthly, 1st Thursday, 7:00pm
Cost: Free
Registration: Not Required
Where: Council Office, 807 Kinnear Rd
University of Scouting
The University of Scouting is a supplemental training event hosted by Simon Kenton Council for adult leaders, youth Scouts, and parents. It offers a variety of in-person and online courses focused on different aspects of Scouting, such as leadership, program development, and specific program areas like Scouts BSA. The event is not an academic institution and does not replace basic leadership or youth protection training.
When: November
Cost: $
Registration: Signup on Council Website
Where: Central Ohio
IOLS: Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills
The Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) course builds and expands on the concepts and themes introduced in Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training and provides Scouters with the confidence to take youth into the outdoors. Specifically, this hands-on program gives adult leaders a practical introduction to the patrol method of a Scout-led troop by teaching many of the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors
When: Spring & Fall
Cost: $
Registration: Signup on Council Website
Where: Camp Falling Rock
Wood Badge
Wood Badge is designed to meet the advanced leadership needs of all Scouters, particularly unit level Scouters. Additionally, Scouters serving at the district and council levels can achieve greater effectiveness through Wood Badge.
By taking Wood Badge, Scouters will acquire valuable tools such as listening, communicating, conflict management, project planning and leading change. Participants will better learn to understand and appreciate diversity and differences in our society. They will learn skills that will make them a better Scout leader. Units with trained leaders are able to deliver an improved program and a more meaningful experience for the youth Scouting serves.
When: Fall
Cost: $$
Registration: Signup on Council Website
Where: Camp Falling Rock
Leadership Challenge
Leadership Challenge is a National level course offered at Philmont and Summit Bechtel. Adults learn to internalize and practice their leadership skills in this action-packed backcountry conference. The conference hones the skills taught in Wood Badge in an outdoor experiential learning environment.
Leadership Challenge underscores the values of Scouting and teamwork and promotes the concepts of servant leadership.
Leadership Challenge courses are available at two national high-adventure bases: 1) Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico, and 2) Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia. The material presented is basically the same at all four venues but is specific to the unique environment of each site.
Requirements: Completed Wood Badge and pass medical requirements for High Adventure
When: Summer
Cost: $$$
Registration: Philmont PLC | Summit SLC
MORE TRAINING!
A comprehensive catalog of training offerings are available at my.scouting.org and their online learning management system.
